Public Health Epidemiology Conversations

On this episode we have an inspiring and informative conversation with data scientist and chemistry consultant, Mike Dereviankin! Mike's work covers environmental, geochemical, biomonitoring, and arson investigations. We get an insider's look at what this entails, his professional journey thus far, and his creative approach to working with numbers. The bulk of Mike's practice is done in conjunction with Chemistry Matters. Mike explains a little about how this niche environmental consulting company tackles the important tasks at hand before we explore some of Mike's more philosophical ideas about contemporary methods for data visualization, and the need for innovative and engaging communication in presentations. Mike's story is a great illustration of following curiosity, taking action, and commitment to a passion and a cause. Make sure to tune in for this great episode of the show! PHECpodcast.com

We'd love to introduce our guest today, Dr. Natasha Patterson. Dr. Patterson is from Pennsylvania, currently serving as a Professor of Public Health at the College of New Jersey. She teaches courses that focus on public health leadership, health education, and health policy for undergraduate and graduate students. Dr. Patterson is very active in the community and serves as a board member, member, and president of different associations, but most importantly she is a mentor to high school and college students, providing guidance and encouragement during their academic and career journeys. Our conversation flows through all different aspects of the realm of public health including when Dr. Patterson first felt drawn to the field, where her current passion [in public health] lies, and she tells listeners about her consulting business. We discuss the importance of understanding both public health and epidemiology so that we can better serve our communities thus leading to a greater impact. We also hear from her about her book Combating Institutional Racism Through Mentoring: A public health approach, where she discusses taking a finer look at what mentoring looks like. For all this, and much more, tune into this week's episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Public Health Business Coaching: https://www.drchhuntley.com/coaching

From Nigeria to the United States, today's guest brings a global perspective to the conversation. This episode has a little something for everyone as Prince Anyanwu guest joins us to discuss his public health professional journey, and in the process shares incredible, multi-level insights to enrich listeners' lives. Prince believes that passion is the most important ingredient of a successful contribution to public health, and tells a story of creative action prior to academic credentials. You'll hear all about his unique journey, and the lessons he learned along the way when you tune in today. It's hard not to get inspired by his contagious love for public health and the impact it has on our society. Thanks for listening! Visit the PHEC podcast show notes

Welcome to our last episode for 2022! Today, we take a moment to reflect on our highlights from this year and share some updates as we prepare to move into 2023. Dr. Huntley offers some insight into her personal milestones from the past 12 months, how the podcast has grown, and takes a look at our top 10 episodes. We also dive into some global audience analytics and end off the episode with what listeners can look forward to as we roll into the new year. Tune in now, and have a fantastic rest of the year! PHECpodcast.com

How would you feel if we told you that there are organizations out there who are supporting you and cheering you on as you spread your entrepreneurial wings and explore possibilities in public health? On this episode of the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations Podcast, we are honored to highlight each of our sponsors, who are demonstrating support for every person who enrolls in the EXPO! We are excited to highlight the organizations that partnered with us to bring you the Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO 2023. Their commitment to the EXPO has elevated this online experience to new heights, and made the in person experience possible for public health entrepreneurs who are ready for the next level of growth and opportunities. Our Nonprofit sponsors receive financial contributions from the proceeds of the EXPO enrollment. Visit the show notes page for this episode to meet and connect with our sponsors individually.

Today's guest is an expert in maternal and child health, global health, infectious disease, and public health research epidemiology. At a critical moment in world history, Naissa Piverger found herself caught in the thick of it as a public health advisor for the CDC. While she is still working at the CDC, being involved at the frontlines of COVID gave Naissa access to the pressing necessities of those studying and working in STEM, paving the way for her own career service consulting firm: Piverger Career Services. Our guest walks us through when she first became interested in public health, before detailing the public health issue she is most passionate about and explaining the ins and outs of her consulting business. Then, we learn how her experience in public health and epidemiology has helped Naissa better serve her community and clients, why COVID vaccines have opened many doors of possibility, and why all public health sectors need to embrace the collaborative nature of epidemiology. We wrap up with our guest sharing nuggets of wisdom for those looking to further their careers in STEM. After our conversation with Naissa, we truly believe that anything is possible. To find out why, tune in now! PHECpodcast.com PublicHealthEXPO.com

Sujani Sivanantharajah is the founding force behind PH SPOT, a platform and community for public health professionals across the globe, supporting them as they build their dream careers. As a successful epidemiologist and entrepreneur who also has her own podcast, Sujani is here today to share her public health professional journey and the lessons she has learned along the way. One of her many strengths is in building and maintaining meaningful relationships through networking at a human level. Sujani also offers some powerful advice about taking inspired action, even before you have a plan, so make sure you join us today to hear all this and more! PHECpodcast.com Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship EXPO

We want to make sure that we've covered everything! Join us as Dr. Huntley discusses the timeline of the upcoming Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship EXPO. Find out when enrollment opens, the option to attend online only, and the option to also join us in Orlando, Florida. Tune in to make sure that you are up to date and ready for the Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship EXPO! PublicHealthEXPO.com

Today's episode features a very special announcement. After months of preparation and negotiation, Dr. Charlotte Hughes Huntley is thrilled to announce her upcoming book deal with Johns Hopkins University Press! Since the unprecedented onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, industry leaders have taken a renewed interest in understanding the public health sector, and how it can provide innovative solutions to public health concerns. In this new climate of public health awareness, bridging the gap between public health and entrepreneurship has become more relevant than ever, a topic that has been at the center of Dr. Huntley's work for many years. Dr. Huntley is a problem solver at heart and has served countless public health professionals as a business coach by helping them on their entrepreneurial journeys. Tune in to learn what she'll be covering in her upcoming book, The Public Health Entrepreneur, and how you can gain special access to all the behind-the-scenes developments!

Ahead of the upcoming Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship Expo, Dr. Huntley is joined, for the very first time on the podcast, by two of her team members to talk about everything expo; what worked in the past, what didn't, and what there is to look forward to! In this episode, we're introduced to the podcast assistant, Laura, and program coordinator, Amber, and learn about their respective roles in the company. We find out how the recent APHA Conference has informed the structure of the upcoming expo and the team's level of excitement! Tune in to find out how to enroll, and what new tools and elements will be introduced in the next iteration of the Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship EXPO! PublicHealthEXPO.com

There is power in knowing that you belong and each of us has a responsibility to create environments that promote inclusion, trust, and acceptance. In fact, Dr. Traci Baxley believes that belonging is a basic human right and in today's episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations, you'll find out why! Dr. Baxley is a professor, consultant, author, parenting coach, speaker, mother to five children, and the creator of Social Justice Parenting. Join us as we unpack the ways in which parenting can be viewed as a form of activism and the role that parents play in raising compassionate, anti-racist, and socially-conscious kids. We also touch on how you can actively build spaces of belonging in your home and workplace, what it means to be a belonging advocate, why racism is a public health issue, and more. You don't want to miss this discussion with Dr. Traci Baxley, a diversity and inclusion educator with more than thirty years of experience!

There are exciting things on the horizon! This episode is an excerpt of Dr. Hughes Huntley's LinkedIn Live, where she discusses the Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship EXPO 2023: how she views the speakers that attend, why she is so proud of the expo, and why you should attend. We hear the potential topics that will be covered in the expo and why the speakers will bring the perfect information about public health consulting. Comparing previous EXPOs to future plans, we hear why this EXPO will be bigger and better, an amazing opportunity for exploring ideas, gaining inspiration, and watching your business begin and/or grow. Whether you are a brand-new or established entrepreneur, you need to get on the EXPO waitlist! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

If infectious diseases and public health is your thing then you've come to the right place! Joining us on this episode is Clinical Microbiologist, Science Communicator, and Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Andrea Prinzi. Dr. Prinzi studied at the University of Colorado and went on to develop and run several microbiology educational programs. In 2018, she was handed the American Society for Clinical Pathologists 40 Under Forty award, and today, she serves as Medical Science Liaison at bioMérieux. Our guest tells us when she first became interested in public health and what prompted her to stay in the field. She shares the public health issue that she is most passionate about and explains why infectious diseases are one of the most important aspects of public health. We discuss why science communication needs to improve and debate the validity of testing kits, before Dr. Andrea clarifies how her knowledge of public health helps her take better care of her community. Epidemiology is becoming ever-significant, critical appraisals are fundamentally important, and real-world evidence is a rapidly growing field. If you'd like to find out why, tune in now! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

In the working world, what happens when you go on vacation, or take a holiday, for an extended period of time? In today's episode, Dr. Huntley shares 10 strategies she implements to help her prepare for a vacation. When you're on holiday, you don't want to be juggling ill-prepared, work-related issues or spending your time putting out fires. The key to a relaxed vacation lies in taking the time to prepare before you leave. From breaking down her to-do list to why you should schedule clients for after your return, Dr. Huntley hopes her strategies will help listeners —whether entrepreneurs, consultants, or leaders — better plan for their vacations. Don't miss out, tune in now!

What would happen if a lawyer and a scientist ran a business? Welcome back to Public Health Epidemiology Conversations! Joining us on this episode is scientist, lawyer, CEO, and women entrepreneur of the year, Marilyn Bruno. She discusses the dangers of biofilm and how her company, AEQUOR, is fighting it. You'll hear all about what inspired Marilyn to focus on public health, her company's mission and vision, how AEQUOR's journey has evolved since it was started, and why they haven't reached their full potential yet. Marilyn also talks us through the challenges they are facing, namely needing partners, funding, and chemists to synthesize their product. She even talks about what it was like to work with the UN before discussing the differences in risk between viruses and bacteria. Next, Marilyn shares some words of wisdom for people interested in working in this particular area of public health. Finally, we discuss the impact AEQUOR has managed to make so far and what needs to happen in order for them to be FDA-approved. Thank you for listening in! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

It's been a long pandemic! It seems that many people in the public health community are experiencing exhaustion, professionally, mentally, physically, and emotionally. If you too are looking for a boost or something to help you reignite your passion for public health, you have come to the right place! The lack of appreciation we often receive in this field compounds the exhaustion and when we don't pause between projects, we lose sight of how much we are accomplishing. While it is hard to come up with a complete solution to the state you may find yourself in, this episode does offer some ideas that may help. Whether you're feeling exhausted and uninspired as a result of the pandemic or if it's just where you are in your career right now, then tune in for some strategies and tips to remind yourself why you got into this profession in the first place and rekindle your passion for public health! Click here to get your podcast episode guide. PHEC podcast show notes

Social impact and education are some of the most powerful tools at our disposal as public health care specialists. Neshe Conley is a public health impact consultant, and joins us on this episode to discuss her work with public health education to create social impact. Our conversation includes how Neshe started in public health, the problems she's most interested in, and how much Neshe loves the grass-root system that is public health. We also discuss the services Neshe offers through her company, Embrace Health Communication and Navigation, as well as how her understanding of public health and epidemiology has helped her serve her clients and community. Finally, Neshe shares some incredible advice for any public health specialist listening in. You won't want to miss out on this episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations! Click here to get your podcast episode guide. PHEC podcast show notes

Welcome to another episode of Public Health Epidemiology Conversations. Joining us today is a lady wearing many hats, Erika Austhof. Erika is an epidemiologist and the founder of Aengle Consulting, a consulting service that is passionate about creating sustainable data solutions. Tuning in, you'll hear all about our guest's incredible career, how she became interested in public health, and the public health problem she is most passionate about now. Erika also gives us some information about her company, what she offers, and how her understanding of public health and epidemiology has helped her serve her clients and community as a whole. She even shares some advice for people interested in a public health career. To hear all this and more, press play now! Click here to get your podcast episode guide. PHEC podcast show notes

Anyone who has ever been part of a team knows what it is like when one person misses their deadline and holds up the whole project. As employees and students, most of us can relate to this type of situation, but what happens when we, as business owners and entrepreneurs, are the ones causing the bottleneck? Sometimes when we are in this role, it's not always as easy to recognize that we are the problem. In this episode, we delve into the question, "Are you that person on the team who's holding up progress?" Dr. Huntley discusses the dynamic of teamwork when one person is holding up the team and how this changes in the context of business ownership. This episode covers why it's so easy for entrepreneurs to fall into this trap and how to navigate the shift from leading as a business owner to following your employees. For some insightful tips on how to get out of your own way and communicate more effectively, tune in today! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com

Can an epidemiologist communicate epidemiology without confusing everyone? Welcome to another episode of the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations podcast, with your host Dr. Huntley. In this episode, we talk about understanding the definition of epidemiology, why it's important to be able to clearly communicate epidemiology to organizations both in and out of the public health sector, and Dr. Huntley leaves listeners with three strategies for more clearly communicating on the subject. Don't miss out, tune in today! Click here to get your podcast episode guide. PHEC podcast show notes

We are intentionally pausing to thank the attendees of our webinar, celebrating five years of the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations Podcast. We are also letting everyone know how to grab a new resource that we've created especially for you. This resource is free to anyone who subscribes to our podcast newsletter for announcements and updates. Tune into this episode to hear the details. Get your podcast episode guide PHEC podcast show notes

While a lot of people in the health sector try to become a specialist, today's guest focuses on being a generalist. She serves the global health industry by being a bridge between people in different areas and specialties. Dr. Candela Iglesias Chiesa is a global health specialist with a biomedical background. She is also the author of Build your Dream Team: Leadership based on a passion for people. Through her organization, Alanda, she supports international and local organizations to improve their health projects and save lives through enhancing their use of evidence and data in strengthening leadership and product management. She has worked with the Red Cross Movement, WHO, and Resolve to Save Lives, among others. She's also a board member for Women in Global Health Norway and part of the Norwegian Red Cross's public health roster for humanitarian emergencies. Today she joins us to share her story with us. Tuning in, you'll hear how Dr. Iglesias Chiesa started her career in microbiology and what inspired her to switch over to public health. You'll also hear specifics about her business, how it helps the helpers, identifies gaps in public health, and is a resource for the career development of public health professionals. Tune in to hear more about Dr. Iglesias Chiesa's hard work to improve health equity globally. PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

How do we move away from the false idea that rest has to be earned, and productivity defines our worth? In this episode, we are joined by public health coach, Marissa McKool. With a history in public health, Marissa shares her story of using her knowledge and experience in public health to build her own business, McKool Coaching. Marissa mainly coaches early to mid-career public health professionals. By doing this work, she is helping them make their jobs more sustainable, by supporting them to discover how to control their mental and emotional experiences. Marissa helps us understand why we need to challenge our narrative around rest and how to shift our mindset in order to detach from toxic productivity standards. Burnout, stress, overwhelm, and exhaustion are just some of the symptoms that Marissa aims to combat by reshaping our definition of rest, and how we believe we need to earn and justify having it. You will hear about how you can have more rest, more time to do things that bring you joy, and more opportunities to thrive in your career. From freeing yourself from internalized societal bias and unrealistic workplace expectations to creating a life you love, Marissa is here to be your guide! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

As Tyrone Layson has learned through his career as a public health professional, medical students are their own population group and they come with a unique set of public health related issues. As the Assistant Director of Student Affairs for the College of Medicine at the University of Toledo (where he is also pursuing his doctorate in health education), this is the population group that Tyrone is currently most passionate about. During this episode, Tyrone shares what motivated him to change his educational track from medicine to epidemiology and public health, the variety of roles he has held since graduating (including pharmacy technician and curriculum coordinator), and how his background benefits his day-to-day work. Tyrone also shares a key piece of advice for anyone interested in a career path similar to his own! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

As part of Dr. Huntley's efforts to bring the public healthcare community onto the same page, she brings you the third and final episode in her mini-series explaining the purpose behind the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations podcast. After establishing why she started this podcast, how it has grown, and why she is still making it after five years, today she explains who it is for. Tuning in you'll hear why this is such a great podcast for prospective students and grad students who are going into the field of public health as well as consultants and entrepreneurs who are already in it. You'll learn how it can be a great resource for tips, business strategies, and networking opportunities, as well as inspiration and encouragement, before Dr. Huntley invites listeners to an exciting upcoming webinar. Register at PHECpodcast.com. For some great tips on how to better use the free and insightful resource that is this podcast, tune in today!

We are underway with our mini-series of episodes that are dedicated to you, our PHEC community, for you to better understand the why and purpose of this podcast. In an effort to get us all onto the same page, Dr. Huntley tells us the reasons why she has persisted with this podcast. She opens up about the podcast's success and how it has reached heights far beyond what she had first imagined. We get a glimpse into the testimonies that dedicated fans have sent to our host as she invites loyal listeners of the show to visit the website and tell her of their experiences. Meeting amazing people and organizations, and growing as an individual are some of the reasons why Dr. Huntley is more than happy to continue her podcasting journey. You'll come to understand how she is taking such a broad field (public health) and using it to her advantage in being the change that she would like to see. This series is truly coming together nicely and we would love for you to join us for this episode. Don't forget about the upcoming webinar: From Careers to Conversations! Register at PHECpodcast.com

It's been five incredible years of the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations podcast and today we take a look back at how it all began. Our host, Dr. Huntley, walks us through the main reason she started this podcast, what she hoped to achieve by using the podcasting platform, and some of the difficulties she experienced as a new podcaster. We come to understand that the concerns of the public were the driving force behind this podcast's creation, and how she wanted to impart information about public health in a personal, relatable way. Consistency is paramount to a successful podcast and you'll see how being consistent helped this podcast grow. Dr. Huntley wanted to refocus people's attention on the core values of public health, tune in to find out how she was able to achieve this goal! Look out for the upcoming webinar, From Careers to Conversations: Celebrating Five Years of the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations Podcast. PHECpodcast.com

As the first half and second quarter of the year come to an end, it is important to look back and acknowledge our triumphs and downfalls. In this new episode of the PHEC podcast, we will chat about how to reflect on your personal and business goals. We learn how to separate these goals and acknowledge that they need to be different; you are not your business. Dr. Huntley gives us strategies to see if we are on track with these, and if we are not, how to get back on the right path. We touch on a framework for assessing your business goals, which includes marketing and leads, offers and sales, and systems and productivity. We also look at how to achieve our personal goals, from changing our mindsets and practicing personal development, to ensuring we incorporate fun into our life. Plus, Dr. Huntley gives us a look at how, by changing her team structures and location, she is ensuring optimal productivity in her own business. We hope you can join us! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Coaching With Dr. Huntley: https://www.drchhuntley.com/coaching

The global pandemic has caused many families to live in a state of constant panic and fear. But, with the right tools, you and your family can turn a highly stressful situation into something much more manageable. On this episode of the Public Health Epidemiology Podcast, Dr. Huntley shares a personal story that holds valuable lessons which we all can learn from. She opens up about her family's journey after her 89 year old mother tested positive for COVID. As a starting point, our host takes us through her various definitions of 'family'. We then get keen insight into what her family dynamic is like and how one meeting of multiple siblings paved the way for a triumph over COVID! You'll learn the importance of having good communication between family members, how to choose leadership over fear, the benefits of having a caring medical team, and why stepping out of your comfort zone is a necessity in a time of crisis. If you want to know why empathy, clarity, and respect are three words that can carry you and your family through the global pandemic, then be sure to tune into this episode! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

Leaving your job to become a coach or a consultant, or to start your own business can be daunting. It can also be incredibly rewarding. In this episode, Shannon Salentine joins us to discuss some of the challenges of setting yourself up as an entrepreneur in public health and strategies for creating a meaningful business. Shannon is an executive leadership coach, facilitator, and global development consultant. She's also the founder of the coaching company, Lead for Good. She works one-on-one with individuals and groups to find clarity in their purpose, take action, and make a difference in the world. Shannon believes that radical self-trust, understanding your life purpose, and acting courageously are keys to living the fully integrated and authentic life you deserve. In this conversation, we shed light on some of the mistakes we made when starting businesses, the unhealthy work habits we chose to break, and how we avoid saying yes to everything and burning ourselves out. We believe that the best reason to leave your current job is so that you can better serve others and go change the world. If this sounds like something you want to do, tune in to hear our top three tips to help you succeed as an entrepreneur! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

As an entrepreneur, you have the power to decide how you run your business, and that freedom is to be enjoyed! Today on the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations Podcast we are reflecting on five years of business with some tips, highlights, and takeaways for listeners. Tuning in, you'll hear about the freedom entrepreneurship brings, as well as the incredible collaborations and worldwide impact it can have. We also share some tips for long-term success. Lastly, we remind you to have fun and enjoy every minute. Join us to celebrate five years of business! DrCHHuntley.com

This episode is packed with tips and guidance that every public health entrepreneur can use. You'll want to grab a notebook and pen or open a fresh google doc and prepare to take notes. We'd like to also remind you that the deadline to register for the in-person business strategy workshops is June 30th of 2022. The website for details and registration is PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com.

Today's guest on Public Health Epidemiology Conversations is LaRita Laktonen-Ward, the Program Manager for the Coordinating Center at Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country (GHWIC). GHWIC is a CDC program focusing on improving the health of American Indians and Alaskan Natives through four key strategies; heart disease prevention, diabetes prevention, commercial tobacco cessation, and nutrition and exercise promotion. Although LaRita has only been in her current position for two months, her education in exercise science, her experience as a coach and a teacher, and her passion for connecting people through knowledge make her very well equipped for the job! To hear more about LaRita's background, what led her to the field of public health, and whether a career in public health is for you, make sure to tune in today! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/ Work With Me - Coaching: https://www.drchhuntley.com/coaching

This episode's guest became interested in public health at a younger age than most. She is a public health consultant, certified health education specialist and project management practitioner who is passionate about compassionate health care and community engagement. Tune in to hear who she serves, what she does for them, and the mechanisms she relies on to provide this care! We talk about the Lounge she hosts in the hope of connecting people with chronic ailments to the resources and language they need, as well as to one another in a digital community. We touch on the topics she covers on her podcast, and how she provides support to providers, by equipping them with the tools they need to meet clients at their level. Tune in today to hear all this and more! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/

"Be hungry, be curious, and be humble" is Dr. Bryan Buckley's mantra, and this mantra is what guides him in his work as a public health professional. Dr. Buckley is a multidimensional healthcare professional, educator, and researcher who works as a Fellow at the Medstar Health Institute for Quality and Safety and as an Assistant Professor at Georgetown University. In today's episode, Dr. Buckley shares how a recommendation he received from a professor during his undergraduate degree led him into public health, and why he is so passionate about the field. Although Dr. Buckley wears many different hats, his main areas of focus are addressing health inequities and improving the well-being of where people live, work, and play. Listen to this week's episode to get the full scope of the incredible work that Dr. Buckley is doing! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/

Our guest is passionate about health equity, diversity equity, and inclusion, and has focused her career accordingly. Dr. Zenobia Bryant is the Founder and CEO of Black Health Black Wealth and, in this episode, we find out why black mental health, black physical health, and black financial health are, in fact, black wealth. Dr. Bryant has a Ph.D. in public health with a concentration in epidemiology and has countless other accomplishments to her name. In our conversation, we discuss the holistic nature of health, and Dr. Bryant explains how navigating racism and micro-aggressions leads to stress, which directly impacts one's physical health. We also find out about the "Knowledge is Power" community program and how Dr. Bryant is working to empower young black women in the public health space. To learn about the role of community in healing and growth, tips for overcoming imposter syndrome, and how to use data to make a difference, tune in with us today! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/

Data is a necessity when understanding the issues facing indigenous communities, and indigenous perspectives on this data and how to implement changes within the social context are key to successful interventions. Talking to us on this episode about why this is the case, is Dyani Bingham, board member at Montana Public Health Institute. Dyani started her academic career in art and culture, however, through personal tragedy, she discovered her calling in public health. Join us to hear about the issues Dyani is currently working on, what her role within the organization is, and why she feels epidemiology is important in the interventions she has been involved with. We wrap up this episode with Dyani's advice to young public health epidemiologists trying to find their niche, and how to tackle the overwhelming diversity of opportunities facing public health specialists. For all this and so much more, tune in today. PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/

On this bonus episode, Dr. Huntley recaps the Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants that was recently held in Atlanta, GA. She shares so much on this episode that you might want to grab a pen and paper and prepare to take a few notes! If you are a public health consultant, then you don't want to miss this episode. For more details about the upcoming workshops visit PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com and consider registering while you have the opportunity to do so. Please share this episode with your network, other public health consultants, and public health entrepreneurs.

When someone asks you what you do, what is your response? Are you too technical, too complicated, or too vague? How do you introduce yourself for maximum impact when the opportunity arises? In this episode, we talk about why it's so important to have a good elevator pitch prepared for the moment when the right opportunity presents itself. Tuning in you'll hear about how common it is for public health professionals to get this wrong, the many missed opportunities that occur as a result of poor elevator pitches, and how getting this right can be game-changing for your career. You'll find out how to target your ideal client, why you should focus on the benefits your client will derive from your services, and why you should address a problem that your client already has. For many other tips and resources to help you succeed in the field of public health through crafting the perfect elevator pitch, tune in today! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/

The road into a public health career is rarely a direct one. Often students who want to study medicine are introduced to the topic during their studies and, based on their level of interest, find themselves diverting their plans to explore public health as a career. Today on the show Dr. Huntley sits down with Brad Krueger, a program evaluation consultant based in Chicago. She talks with Brad about his journey into public health, his business, and how he thrives on building systems to collect, review and present data. Tuning in you'll hear Brad describe how he first considered a career in public health, how it aligned with his interests, and what he is most passionate about in his field at this moment. Brad shares an overview of his business, his typical client, and how he determines whether they're a good fit. He goes on to expand on the importance of creating a supportive network of professionals, why he has recommended potential colleagues to clients, and why an abundance mindset is so helpful. Brad also shares tips and advice for anyone in public health and epidemiology. Learn what it means to be a lifelong learner and why there's always something to be gained from any opportunity. We loved having Brad on the show and we're sure you'll find this conversation every bit as stimulating as we did! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/

During the 2019 Public Health Expo, Brooke Mootry discovered her passion: matching public health professionals with careers that suit them! She went on to join the Public Health Network and is now CEO and lead recruiter. Join us on this episode as we talk to Brooke about how she discovered her passion, and why she loves what she does. We hear how she moved from pre-med in college to public health to recruiting, and the advice she has for those in the field. Brooke breaks down what the Public Health Network does, and what she finds most gratifying about her role. We also learn how her public health background, and her understanding of epidemiology help her in matching candidates with their ideal roles. Tune in to discover what makes a great recruiter, who their ideal target is, and the qualities that they look for in the companies they assist. For all this, and so much more, press play now. PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/

If you are a public health consultant who has started your own business and who is looking for some guidance to take it to the next level, this episode is for you! Join us today as we hear from Dr. Charlotte Hughes Huntley about her public health in-person workshops. Find out who the workshops are for, and why planning quarterly goals (and reviewing them) is so important! Dr. Huntley describes it all. We hear about the format of the workshops, from why she keeps the numbers small, to what's included, to where they will be happening throughout 2022. So, to have all your questions about Dr. Huntley's workshops answered, tune in today! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Business Strategy Workshop For Public Health Consultants: https://www.PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Work With Me - Coaching: https://www.drchhuntley.com/coaching

Welcome back to the Public Health Epidemiology Conversations playlist! We're glad you joined us. Our guest on this episode is Jordyn Fink, public health specialist at the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Clinic. Tune in to hear all about her work with lead testing and more, and find out how she is working to include technical support for communities. You'll hear about grant allocation, and the vast variation in the field of public health, as well as why her work is important in the community she serves. Jordyn helps listeners to get a greater grasp of what public health entails and how we encounter it in our daily lives, with infectious enthusiasm for the field. In closing, she shares her hope to motivate others to explore a career in the field of public health after having shared her own experience of getting to know and love her work. PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast

Coming to us from the future, all the way from Adelaide, Australia, is the inspirational Kristy Schirmer. Kristy has 20 years of experience working in health promotion and public health in Australia and the UK and she now works with government and non-government agencies with a public health focus, providing training to help them use social media as effectively as possible. When Kristy presented her innovative ideas to a previous employer and was met with a flat "no", she simply went on to start her own business! She is now the co-founder of the Australian Public Health Consultants Network and works as a social media strategy consultant for startups and other consultants. Kristy joins us today to discuss her career journey and how she came to recognize social media as a crucial health promotion and communication tool. We find out how her public health expertise and understanding of epidemiology help her to better serve her clients and community, and she fills us in on what makes a dream client! Tune in to find out more about how Kristy structures her training programs, and if you want to hear from our guest, you can catch her at this year's Public Health Consulting and Entrepreneurship Expo. PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/ Work With Me - Coaching: https://www.drchhuntley.com/coaching

The Public Health Epidemiology Conversations Podcast has a loyal audience of listeners, and we appreciate all of you! A lot of work goes into producing each episode and making it freely available to everyone worldwide. It's time to grow and reach even more people, and we need your help to make that happen. On this podcast episode, we'll discuss several easy ways that you can help us reach a larger audience.

Our honored guest on this episode is Glennae Davis, author of Yet Here I Stand: My Journey From Bondage to Liberty and Bias and Burnout: 10 Power Moves for Healthcare Workplace Equity, as well as the CEO and Founder of Rx For Life, a health equity, consultancy, and education agency. In this conversation, we discuss her career journey and how she discovered entrepreneurship or, more accurately, how it found her! As a Black woman with a vibrant nursing career in critical care, Glennae knows about bias and burnout in the healthcare industry! You'll hear the story of an injury, compounded by her gender and race, that resulted in a four-year journey through the world of workplace compensation, rife with discrimination and institutional racism. You'll also discover how Glennae took the pain of her most difficult challenges and turned them into opportunities to help others using the lessons and skills she learned. Find out what RX for Life does to help others in similar situations, from finding valuable rest to a 40-day faith-based exploration into empowerment and self-worth, plus we touch on some of the incredible offerings and hard-won advice that Glennae has to share with the industry. We hope you can join us for this moving and highly informative conversation around healthcare, bias, burnout, and so much more! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/ Work With Me - Coaching: https://www.drchhuntley.com/coaching

We are often so quick to focus on our disappointments rather than our successes or the lessons we've learned, and that's simply not on. Here at Public Health Epidemiology Conversations, we have deemed it illegal to reach a milestone and move on without pausing to celebrate it. In this episode, we take a deep dive into how and why you should celebrate your wins, big and small. Our host, Dr. Huntley shares a personal story to explain why it's essential to take a moment to reward yourself, and fills us in on the various ways in which she personally celebrates her wins. As entrepreneurs, we have a tendency to perpetually move on to the next thing, without even recognizing, nevermind celebrating, our successes. Tune in to hear some examples of what constitutes a win, why it's important not to minimize your achievements, and how to celebrate in a way that lights you up! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/ Work With Me - Coaching: https://www.drchhuntley.com/coaching

Welcome back to our series on Tribal Epidemiology Centers and Public Health! In this episode, you'll meet Courtney Allen, MPH, CHES, whose primary focus for the majority of her working career has been HIV prevention and awareness. She currently holds the position of Public Health Advisor (PHAP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona Tribal Epidemiology Center, where she helps the community acquire funding for HIV prevention, as well as conducting surveillance reports, and other tasks. We discuss Courtney's work at the Arizona Tribal Epidemiology Center and the various ways that they are working to end the HIV epidemic in their communities. Tuning in, you'll hear Courtney describe how stigma, distrust, and the presence of a pre-established HIV prevention program informs how communities respond to interventions and initiatives. Next, we unpack some of the ways that they are working to make HIV testing more anonymous and accessible through initiatives like the 'I want a kit' project, and why it's so beneficial in the fight against this epidemic. Courtney also shares an example of why a working knowledge of epidemiology is beneficial to anyone working in public health, along with some inspiring words of advice on why you should never sell yourself short. Tune in for a wonderful and insightful conversation on Tribal Epidemiology Centers, a career in public health, and community! PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://www.drchhuntley.com/podcast Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/ Work With Me - Consulting: https://www.drchhuntley.com/consulting

Today we have a particularly inspiring episode as we discuss a new, innovative way to address an old public health problem. Joining us to share his groundbreaking ideas and expertise, is Dr. Harsh Vathsangam, co-founder of Moving Analytics, the leading telehealth provider of cardiovascular prevention programs. Dr. Vathsangam opens up about his passion for the prevention and elimination of cardiovascular disease in the US and describes how Moving Analytics combines computer science, research, and preventative medicine to address this prevalent public health issue in a creative way. Dr. Vathsangam has a Ph.D. in computer science and has over seven years of experience in designing and testing technologies for mobile health, and in this episode, he fills us in on how computer science can ultimately lead to informing physicians in the public health sector and benefit everyday people. We hear some devastating statistics about the prevalence of cardiovascular disease, as well as the six behaviors we need to adopt to prevent its occurrence. Dr. Vathsangam explains the cardiac rehabilitation process and we discover how Moving Analytics is changing the game and empowering patients to take charge of their own recovery. Tune in for this jam-packed episode exploring the role of technology in improving our access to healthcare! Visit the PHEC Podcast Show Notes: https://PHECPodcast.com/ Grab Your FREE 10-Page PHEC Podcast eBook: https://mypublichealthcareer.com/ Public Health Consulting & Entrepreneurship EXPO: https://PublicHealthEXPO.com/